TriMech Product Startup Podcast https://www.makodesign.com Listen to the TriMech Product Startup Podcast to learn how inventors and manufacturers created their inventions and launched their physical product businesses. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:52:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 TriMech Design Solutions TriMech Design Solutions website@trimech.com TriMech Product Startup Podcast Listen to the TriMech Product Startup Podcast to learn how inventors and manufacturers created their inventions and launched their physical product businesses. false How Much Does Product Development Cost: Design & Prototype https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-much-does-product-development-cost-design-prototype/ https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-much-does-product-development-cost-design-prototype/#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:42:49 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?p=73306 A full hardware product development cycle spans from ideation, research, concept, to design, prototyping, manufacturing, and marketing. However, the bulk of product development cost typically arises during the design and prototyping phases. This article outlines the typical fees charged by product development firms for these two key stages, explores the factors that drive costs higher,…

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]]> https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-much-does-product-development-cost-design-prototype/feed/ 0 How to Choose the Right 3D Printing Technology for Prototyping https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-3d-printing-technology-for-prototyping/ https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-3d-printing-technology-for-prototyping/#respond Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:16:36 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?p=73181 3D printing has become the go-to prototyping solution for hardware startups and small and medium businesses (SMBs). It speeds up product development and market entry while minimizing costs and risk. However, when startups and SMBs are approaching the prototyping stage, they inevitably face the critical question: “which 3D printing technology should I choose for my…

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]]> https://www.makodesign.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-3d-printing-technology-for-prototyping/feed/ 0 Essential Guide to Prototype Manufacturing for Hardware Startups https://www.makodesign.com/blog/essential-guide-to-prototype-manufacturing-for-hardware-startups/ https://www.makodesign.com/blog/essential-guide-to-prototype-manufacturing-for-hardware-startups/#respond Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:40:45 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?p=73173 Discover everything you need to know about prototype manufacturing - from methods and materials to strategy and expert tips for faster, cost-effective product development.

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]]> https://www.makodesign.com/blog/essential-guide-to-prototype-manufacturing-for-hardware-startups/feed/ 0 Rapid Prototyping Services vs. In-House 3D Printing: What’s Best for Hardware Startups? https://www.makodesign.com/blog/rapid-prototyping-services-vs-in-house-3d-printing-whats-best-for-hardware-startups/ https://www.makodesign.com/blog/rapid-prototyping-services-vs-in-house-3d-printing-whats-best-for-hardware-startups/#respond Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:31:14 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?p=73044 Discover the pros and cons of rapid prototyping services vs. in-house 3D printing. Learn which solution offers better speed, cost-efficiency, and scalability for your product development needs.

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]]> https://www.makodesign.com/blog/rapid-prototyping-services-vs-in-house-3d-printing-whats-best-for-hardware-startups/feed/ 0 What to Build First: Minimum Viable Product Strategy for Startups https://www.makodesign.com/blog/the-minimum-viable-product/ https://www.makodesign.com/blog/the-minimum-viable-product/#respond Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:38:43 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?p=8893 At TriMech, we advocate The ‘Minimum Viable Product' approach. Learn about this school of thought and how it benefits product design innovation!

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]]> https://www.makodesign.com/blog/the-minimum-viable-product/feed/ 0 Sabrina Tassone https://www.makodesign.com/team-member/sabrina-tassone/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:59:05 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?post_type=team-member&p=73039 Sabrina Tassone is the Project Coordinator with several years of client service experience and a CAPM certification, she is passionate about engaging with clients to deliver successful project results.

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]]> Adam Baker https://www.makodesign.com/team-member/adam-baker/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 20:31:50 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?post_type=team-member&p=73037 Adam Baker is a technical leader with experience in mechanical engineering design, management, and sales.

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]]> Catherine Bui https://www.makodesign.com/team-member/catherine-bui/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:47:32 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?post_type=team-member&p=73033 Catherine is a Project Manager operating out of the Toronto office. She is passionate about accessibility and end user experience.

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]]> Marc Sinclair https://www.makodesign.com/team-member/marc-sinclair/ Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:42:44 +0000 https://www.makodesign.com/?post_type=team-member&p=73031 Marc Sinclair is a Project Manager working out of the Toronto and Oakville, ON office. He has over a decade of experience working with OEMS and SMEs with a focus on manufacturing in product development.

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